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EquiConnect Equine Podcast
by McKee-Pownall Equine Services
EquiConnect Equine Podcast brought to you by McKee-Pownall Equine Services. Case-based conversations, interesting news & information focussing on equine health. This podcast is not a substitute for regular & emergency veterinary care. Our purpose is to inform & educate horse people not to diagnose & treat medical conditions without a valid veterinary-client-patient relationships.
Episodes
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Peeling Back the Layers: Performance Horse Round Table Discussion
Why is your sport horse not performing at its best? In this insightful round table discussion, Dr. Mike Pownall and the veterinary team at McKee-Pownall break down the multi-layered causes of poor performance in equine athletes. From subtle lameness and dental pain to ulcers and metabolic…
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Unraveling Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome: Causes, Treatments, and Prevention
In this episode of the EquiConnect Podcast, Dr. Mike Pownall and co-host Karen Foell dive into the crucial topic of Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome (EGUS) with veterinarians Dr. Rafael Gomez and Dr. Natalie Sanza. They explore the different types of ulcers, common causes, and cutting-edge treatment...
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U.S. Tariffs & Veterinary Care: What Horse Owners Need to Know
In this episode, we explore the potential impact of U.S. tariffs on Canadian veterinary goods. While tariffs are often expected to disrupt industries, the veterinary field may be more insulated than anticipated. We discuss how tariffs might (or might not) affect medication prices, service fees…
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Introducing Equine Osteopathy at McKee Pownall: A Whole Horse Approach
In this episode, Dr. Mike Pownall interviews Marnie Raymond, a newly certified Equine Diplomat of Osteopathy (EDO), and Dr. Kate Robinson about McKee Pownall's new osteopathy service. They discuss the foundations of equine osteopathy, its benefits, and how it complements traditional veterinary...
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Best Moments of 2024
In this special holiday episode, host Karen Foell and the McKee Pownall Equine Services team reflect on their memorable moments from 2024, sharing stories of triumph, learning, and community impact in veterinary medicine. Episode Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction to EquiConnect Podcast 00:31 -...
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Tooth Be Told: Equine Dentistry Essentials and Case Study with Dr. Katelyn McNichol
Join EquiConnect's latest episode where Dr. Mike Pownall and Karen Foell team up with dental enthusiast and McKee-Pownall associate veterinarian, Dr. Katelyn McNichol to get the whole tooth (and nothing but the tooth) about equine dentistry. From tooth anatomy and prevalent dental issues to the...
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Understanding Fall Laminitis in Horses: Risks, Symptoms, and Management
In this episode of the EquiConnect podcast, hosts Dr. Mike Pownall and Karen Foell, along with guest Dr. Kate Robinson, discuss the timely topic of fall laminitis in horses. They explore what laminitis is, why fall presents a higher risk for this condition, and the factors like cool nights and…
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Exploring Orthobiologics in Equine Health with Dr. Esther Millares
In this episode of the EquiConnect Podcast, host Dr. Mike Pownall welcomes Dr. Esther Millares from McKee Panel Equine Services - Campbellville to discuss the emerging field of orthobiologics. The conversation delves into the definition, applications, and benefits of orthobiologics like Platelet...
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Revolutionizing Equine Health: The Power of Fear-Free Services
In this episode, Karen Foell hosts Dr. Marisa Markey as they introduce a new fear-free behavioral service for equine patients at McKee-Pownall. Dr. Markey, a seasoned associate at the clinic, recently obtained a fear-free equine certification and discusses the importance of using positive...
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Equine Wellness: Summer Riding Essentials
Join Dr. Mike Pownall, Karen Foell, and McKee-Pownall associate veterinarian, Dr. Alejandra Garza as they share valuable tips for ensuring your horse is prepared to perform at its best during the summer months. From preseason examinations to personalized care tailored to your horse's unique...
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Unlocking Equine Comfort: Exploring Veterinary Spinal Manipulation Therapy
In this exciting episode of the Equiconnect podcast, join hosts Dr. Mike Pownall and Karen Foell as they welcome guest veterinarians Dr. Kate Robinson and Dr. Marisa Markey for a deep dive into the world of Veterinary Spinal Manipulation Therapy (VSMT). Get ready to uncover the secrets of VSMT as...
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Partnering to Improve Equine Medical Care
Welcome to a special edition of the Equiconnect podcast! Join Dr. Mike Pownall, Dr. Melissa McKee, Dr. Maggie Turner, and Stephanie Keeble as they share news about the new partnership between McKee-Pownall Equine Services and the Altano Group. The collective goal of this partnership is to make a...
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Reproduction Revelations
Get ready to saddle up for an exciting episode of the EquiConnect podcast! Our hosts, Dr. Mike Pownall and Karen Foell, are joined by the knowledgeable Dr. Rafael Gomez who is passionate about the fascinating world of equine reproduction. During this conversation, they highlight the importance of...
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Maintaining Optimal Gut Health for Equine Wellness
Join hosts Karen Foell and Dr. Mike Pownall on this episode of the Equiconnect podcast as they delve into the topic of gut health in horses. They are joined by Dr. Claudia Cruz and Dr. Kate Robinson from our Caledon practice, as they highlight the vital role that gut health plays in a horse's...
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Understanding Pre-Purchase Exams with Dr. Jim Welsh
In this episode of the EquiConnect podcast, Dr. Mike Pownall and Karen Foell are joined by Dr. Jim Welsh to discuss the importance of pre-purchase exams. The three delve into the value of pre-purchase exams and how they can help horse owners make informed decisions when buying a horse. Tune in to...
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From Lameness to Competition with Dr. Viviana Hernandez and Dr. Alejandra Garza
In this episode of the EquiConnect podcast, equine sports medicine experts Dr. Alejandra Garza and Dr. Viviana Hernandez join hosts Dr. Mike Pownall and Karen Foell to talk about lameness exams. Dr. Garza and Dr. Hernandez share their personal and professional backgrounds in high-performance...
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A Bodyworkers Toolbox: Conversations with Marnie Raymond
On this episode of EquiConnect Podcast, hosts Dr. Mike Pownall and Karen Foell welcome resident bodyworker, Marnie Raymond. She shares her journey in equestrianism starting with her days as a full-time FEI show groom in Toronto more than twenty years ago. Marnie expresses her passion for…
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Making Sense of Horse Vaccines
In this episode of the EquiConnect podcast, Dr. Mike Pownall is joined by esteemed colleagues Dr. Marissa Markey and Dr. Claudia Cruz-Villagran to discuss the importance of vaccines for horses. They provide an informative overview of the science of immunology and explain how vaccines work to…
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The International Vets of MPES and How They Got Here
There have been a lot of additions to the veterinary team at McKee-Pownall, with most of them coming from other countries. We have been fortunate as there is a global shortage of equine veterinarians so for us to find so many excellent new vets is a real rarity. We thought our clients would be...
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Winter Care for Your Horse
In today’s episode, Dr. Mike Pownall welcomes Drs. Kate Robinson and Melanie Pfeffer from McKee-Pownall Equine Services as they discuss winter care tips for your horse. Having spent her previous years working in Saskatchewan, Dr. Robinson has dealt with winters perhaps worse than Ontario. As for...
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Everything You Need To Know About Breeding Your Mare with Dr. Rafael Gomez
Please enjoy the latest episode hosted by Dr. Mike Pownall! In this episode, he is joined by Dr. Rafael Gomez and they discuss everything you need to know about breeding your mare/ WATCH: Estrus Cycle of the Mare Webinar Everything You Need To Know About Breeding Your Mare Webinars With Dr.…
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Introducing Dr. Ruby Chow
In today's episode, Dr Kathryn Surasky and Dr Kate Robinson sit down with Dr Ruby Chow for a discussion about her upcoming internship with McKee-Pownall! Dr. Ruby Chow will be joining our practice for a 13-month internship. Dr. Chow previously worked with us in the summer of 2020 as a technician…
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Welcome Dr. Viviana Hernandez
Please enjoy today's episode with, McKee-Pownall associate veterinarian, Dr. Viviana Hernandez. She talks about relationships with horses, her background in horses, her thoughts on physiotherapy and her experience since coming to Canada. She is an amazing storyteller and we hope you enjoy this...
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Horses Behaving Badly: The Reasons Behind The Spook
In today's episode, we talk to Dr Kathryn Surasky, a long-time associate veterinarian with McKee-Pownall. We have a case-based discussion surrounding a common theme in our industry "Spooky Horses!" Also, we have some promotions happening soon. Check out our 2022 Wellness packages. Purchase in…
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Around the World With Dr. Melanie Pfeffer
In this episode, Karen Foell takes to Dr. Melanie Pfeffer who joined our team in April 0f 2021. Dr. Melanie Pfeffer grew up in a small town in Bavaria, Germany. Melanie worked and travelled through Canada for a year after high school, where she landed at an Ontario horse farm for three years...
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She's Back! Catching Up With Dr. Sara Stewart
Dr. Sara Stewart is the newest associate veterinarian to join the McKee-Pownall team however she has been part of the family for many years. Join Karen Foell as she catches up with Dr. Stewart.
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Equine Ophthalmology with Dr Tara Richards
In this episode, Dr Kyle Goldie talks to board-certified ophthalmologist, Dr Tara Richards. We are fortunate to have Dr Richards consult and work on horses at our Rehab Facility in Schomberg, Ontario. She gives some great insights into equine eyes. Listen to the end to learn some super…
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Mike Pownall DVM, MBA - Ontario Equestrian Board of Directors Candidate
We are thrilled to announce that our very own Mike Pownall, DVM has been nominated as an Ontario Equestrian Board of Directors Candidate. If you are a member of Ontario Equestrian and plan to vote, we would be honoured if you would listen on to see if Dr Pownall represents the best candidate for...
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Equine Body Work With Marnie Raymond
Your horse benefits from the knowledge and experience from a team approach by equine health care workers. We would like to welcome Marnie Raymond to our team and to this podcast episode to introduce new Equine Body Work services offered by McKee-Pownall Equine Services: Equine Massage PEMF Equine...
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Swapping Stories With Dr Kate Robinson
In today's episode, Dr. Goldie and Karen Foell welcome Dr. Kate Robinson to the show. Dr. Robinson joined our ambulatory team working out of our Rehabilitation Farm in Schomberg in the Fall of 2020 and sees patients at their home farms and at our farm. Dr. Robinson grew up in Bracebridge and is a...
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Equine Behaviour And Performance Issues: What Are They Trying To Tell Us? (Adapted Audio)
In today's episode, we have repurposed the audio from an amazing webinar that was done with Dr. Tovah Caldwell on Equine Behaviour And Performance Issues. The audio quality isn't perfect however the content is so valuable we thought it was worth it! If you are interested in watching the original...
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Ulcers: Acute Pain, Chronic Poor Performance With Dr. Sarah Shaw
In today's episode, Dr. Kyle Goldie and Karen Foell welcome Sarah Shaw DVM, DACVIM for a conversation on Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome. Dr. Shaw combines her equine ambulatory practice with her equine internal medicine consulting service and is such an asset for our local equine community....
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Who‘s Your Mommy? Talking Embryo Transfers With Dr. Jim Welsh
In this episode, we welcome our very own Dr Jim Welsh to talk about embryo transfer. Dr Welsh has taken dedicated training in this area and has had a super successful reproduction season this year. He shares a lot of great information today. If you are thinking of breeding your racehorse or...
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Colic with Dr Samantha Molson
In this episode, we have adapted a recorded webinar with Dr. Samantha Molson that was done earlier this Spring on Colic. The content was not originally designed for audio but it has some really great content that we wanted to share. Enjoy! Here is a link to the actual webinar recording if you are...
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Dr. Mike Pownall In The Hot Seat
In today's episode, Kyle and Karen have Dr. Mike Pownall on the hot seat telling the McKee-Pownall story. They take us back to the very beginning and ask the hard questions of Dr. Pownall such as why the practice is designed the way it is; from size to culture and everything in between.
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WORMS! A Lesson In Parasitology With Dr. Kyle Goldie
In this episode, Dr Kyle Goldie, shares information for horse and farm owners about deworming and equine parasitology. It is a valuable listen for new and experienced horse owners alike as he has a way of explaining things so that they make sense! Thank you Dr Goldie.
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PrePurchase Exams With Dr. Melissa McKee
In this episode, we had a remote recording session with Dr. Melissa McKee. We talk a bit about the current state of affairs in veterinary care due to COVID-19 and then we get serious about pre-purchase exams. We may all be horse shopping online at the moment but it is some great information for…
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More Than Just A Float
In this episode, Dr. Kyle Goldie and lead veterinary assistant, Karen Foell talk with Dr. Marisa Markey about all things dental health; scenarios, myths and truths, and changing the language around oral exams. February is typically Dental Health month for equine and companion animals and gives us...
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Dr. Maggie Turner - Live From the Open House
The next live in-between-isode from our Open House features our very own Dr. Maggie Turner. Definitely worth the listen as she reveals some things you may not know about her even if she is your regular veterinarian!
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A Pain In The Gut
In advance of our Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome (EGUS) and Gastroscopy Clinic next week, Dr Kyle Goldie and Karen Foell discuss EGUS in this episode. They touch on clinical signs, diagnosis and treatment options as well as a case-based discussion. If you are local and interested in joining us at...
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Feel The Burn - Equine Muscle Diseases
Dr. Kyle Goldie and Karen Foell, Lead Veterinary Assistant start out the episode with some valuable information on Cushing's Testing (PPID Testing). The main topic of the episode is Muscle Diseases in horses. The episode is chalk full of information on several different diseases as well as breeds...
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Too Hot To Handle!
In this episode Dr. Kyle Goldie and Karen Foell, Lead Vet Assistant discuss management of both horses and riders in the HOT weather! Lots of great information about the difference between how horses and humans sweat and why that is important, electrolytes and dehydration, signs and symptoms of...
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What’s Cracking? The Good Type of Manipulation
In this episode, Dr. Kyle Goldie and Karen Foell, our lead veterinary assistant, welcome Dr. Tovah Caldwell to the show. Dr. Caldwell joined MPES in 2010 and has spent her time with us developing her interests in lameness and sport horse medicine. She has a particular interest in back and spinal...
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Eat, Sleep, Groom, Repeat
In this episode Dr. Kyle Goldie and Karen Foell, Lead Veterinary Assistant talk with their first guest, Molly Atkinson, Veterinary Assistant at McKee-Pownall Equine Services. Before joining the McKee-Pownall Team Molly was a full-time groom on the A Circuit; she reminisces about the value of that...
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Spring cleaning, what to eat and problems with feet!
In this episode, Dr. Goldie and Karen Foell discuss biosecurity protocols, they touch on equine nutrition and have some case discussions about sore feet!
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Let‘s Make A Baby
It is repro season! In this episode, Dr. Goldie and Karen Foell discuss babies, exciting news from McKee-Pownall and an important case discussion for all horse owners!
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Snot Your Everyday Podcast
Dr. Goldie and Karen begin this episode discussing continuing education and roll into a case discussion with an interesting ending!
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It starts with the letter ”E”
In this episode Dr. Goldie and Karen discuss what keeps them up at night and what a day in their work life looks like! They also discuss an interesting case that presented itself in a way Dr. Goldie had never seen before.
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Getting Our Feet Wet - Meet Dr Kyle Goldie and Karen Foell, Lead Vet Assistant
Welcome to season one episode one of the EquiConnect podcast! Meet Dr. Kyle Goldie and Karen Foell, Lead Veterinary Assistant from McKee-Pownall Equine Services. This episode also talks about lameness exams and an interesting case with a horse name Sage and her lameness experience. Listen to find...
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EquiConnect Equine Podcast brought to you by McKee-Pownall Equine Services. Case-based conversations, interesting news & information focussing on equine health. This podcast is not a substitute for regular & emergency veterinary care. Our purpose is to inform & educate horse people not to diagnose & treat medical conditions without a valid veterinary-client-patient relationships.
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